Dermatologist Dr Dilshaad Asmal will discuss the journey of skin in menopause and provide insight into the profound changes that women face, during this period at the upcoming “Cape Times”, “Cape Argus” and “Weekend Argus” Women’s Wellness Experience.
“Women’s wellness and skin health are intricately associated. The skin reflects the inner to outer health of a woman,” Asmal said.
“There needs to be a harmonious balance so that there is overall well-being that affords skin radiance and skin health.
“If we optimise lifestyle in skin health, this will go a long way in ensuring that one achieves good skin, and it may reduce the skin disease burden and positively impact on emotional and cognitive health together with cardio-metabolic health, ensuring overall well-being,” Asmal said.
Skin may present with acne, hormonal acne, redness, rosacea, dry skin, eczema, hair loss, easy bruising, increase in facial hair, irritated sensitive skin, age spots, sun damage, skin cancer.
“A dermatologist can address (these) concerns to make the transition from normal into the journey of menopause. It should be noted that signs and symptoms differ in each woman.”
Asmal practises the medical aspects of dermatology and treats babies through to adults who suffer with skin diseases, from eczema through to skin cancer.
“A full body examination is needed to assess the skin condition so that a game plan can be formulated to treat the patient to the best of my ability,” Asmal said.
The event will be hosted at The President Hotel on September 28 between 10.30am and 2.30pm.
Speakers include medical doctor, sexual medicine and wellness expert Dr Heather Blaylock, obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr Zethu Mtimkulu and psychologist and life coach Dr Marelize Swart, among others.
Attendees will enjoy a performance by Vertical Secrets Pole Dance Studio, interactive sessions, get to participate in a rejuvenating Pilates session and a make-up demonstration by Leslie Beauty Bar, buffet lunch, goody bags and a chance to win incredible prizes, including a weekend getaway at Val du Charron and a two-night stay at The President Hotel.
For more information, visit: https:// www.quicket.co.za/events/275548-womens-wellness-event#/